March 27, 2026 Starting April 1, 2026, our battery rebate offer is changing. The offer will include: Applications submitted before April 1, 2026, will be reviewed under the current rebate amounts. New requirement for working with contractors Beginning June 1, 2026, solar and battery installations must be completed by a Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) member to…
March 27, 2026 Canadian electrical regulators have identified that the online sales of unapproved consumer electrical products are of a serious concern, and with the growing number of online marketplaces globally there is likely a higher volume of unapproved, or non-compliant, consumer electrical products available for purchase to Canadian consumers. In 2025, Canadian Standards Association…
March 27, 2026 By Electro-Federation Canada The rapid growth of e-commerce has transformed how Canadians purchase electrical products, but it has also introduced new safety risks. EFC members have been raising concerns for several years about the increasing availability of unsafe and unapproved electrical products sold online, often without clear evidence of certification or compliance with Canadian requirements. To…
Across Canada, residential electrical design has historically followed a predictable pattern. Load calculations were based on known appliance demands…
March 26, 2026 By CSC LED When planning an energy-efficient lighting project, choosing the right motion sensor is crucial. A question we hear often when selecting motion sensors for a job is: “Should I use a microwave or passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor for my project?” The short answer is, it depends. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution;…
March 26, 2026 By Mac’s II Agencies When lighting is done right, you often don’t notice it — it just feels right. That was the case in the SDA (Seventh Day Adventist Church) office, designed by Site Lines Architecture. The goal was simple: create a space where natural wood and DLT [Dowel Laminated Timber] ceilings take centre stage, and the…
By CSC LED As the residential and multi-dwelling unit (MDU) market continues to evolve, lighting plays an increasingly important role in how people experience their homes. From safety and visibility to comfort, efficiency, and long-term reliability, the demands of residential lighting go far beyond aesthetics. With a strong foundation in commercial and industrial lighting, CSC…
March 16, 2026 By Electro-Federation Canada Following EFC’s recent update on our 2026 Ottawa Day, we are pleased to share photo highlights from two days of engagement on Parliament Hill, where members met with federal decision-makers to discuss the future of Canada’s electricity system. More than 40 EFC member leaders and Government Relations representatives travelled…
March 13, 2026 In January, the total value of building permits issued in Canada increased $607.0 million (+4.8%) to $13.3 billion. The increase was led by the non-residential sector (+$464.0 million) and supported by the residential sector (+$143.0 million). On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of building permits issued in January rose 4.3% from the previous month…
March 13, 2026 The total value of investment in building construction increased $442.9 million (+1.9%) to $23.7 billion in December. The residential sector grew 2.4%, while the non-residential sector edged up 0.6%. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 12.2% in December. On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of investment in building construction in December rose 1.7%…
March 13, 2026 In a market where deadlines are tight and projects are increasingly complex, staying competitive is no longer just about technical skills. It also depends on having the right tools, the right information, and the right partners by your side. The Lumen Exhibition is more than just an event—it’s a strategic lever designed to…
March 13, 2026 On March 5, 2026, Kiel Giddens, MLA for Prince George – Mackenzie and Critic for Labour, introduced the Construction Projects Procurement Act, a Private Member’s Bill aimed at restoring fair and open procurement on public construction projects in British Columbia. BCCA has a long history of advocating for fair and open public procurement….
March 13, 2026 Affected products This recall involves the Modofo Tool 5 in 1 Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector with model number HTB-05. The detector can be plugged into an outlet or can act as a portable unit with a built in rechargeable 1600mAh battery. The detector claims to detect smoke, carbon monoxide, natural gas, and monitor for temperature and humidity. The unit is black in colour. The model…
A well-lit exterior is critical for storage facilities—supporting visibility, security, and peace of mind after dark.
March 9, 2026 Annual OCS poll reveals quiet contractor confidence amid trade uncertainty, escalating material costs, financing concerns and continued labour market imbalances Ontario’s non-residential building contractors remain resilient in the face of a turbulent and uncertain marketplace, according to the Ontario Construction Secretariat’s annual Contractor Survey. Two-thirds of the contractors who participated in the…
Rule 58-000 states that Section 58 is a supplementary or amendatory section of the Code and applies to passenger ropeways as defined in the CSA Z98, Passenger Ropeways and Passenger Conveyors standard and includes tramways, chairlifts, gondolas, surface ropeways, passenger conveyors, and similar equipment.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
